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en"Turpitude" and the Right to Recover Damages http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/11/turpitude-and-right-recover-damages
<p>In the recent case of&nbsp;<em>Daniel McCracken (a protected party suing by his mother and litigation friend Deborah Norris) v (1) Damian Smith (2) The Motor Insurers&rsquo; Bureau (3) Darren Michael Ball [2015] EWCA Civ 380,</em>&nbsp;the Court of Appeal allowed the recovery of compensation by a claimant, despite a defence of <em>Ex Turpi Causa Non Oritur Actio</em>, the latin maxim that &quot;from a dishonourable cause an action does not arise&quot;.</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/11/turpitude-and-right-recover-damages" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Thu, 23 Jul 2015 11:59:48 +0000jstewart336 at http://www.oreillystewart.comSkooter Rally 2015http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/20/skooter-rally-2015
<p>Congratulations to all winners at the Northern Coasters 10<sup>th</sup> Anniversary Skooter Rally held at Coleraine Rugby Club on Saturday 27<sup>th</sup> June 2015.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In particular, Davy Burney - &nbsp;Best Vespa T5 and Billy McDonnell&nbsp; - Best Lambretta GP who won the prizes sponsored by O&rsquo;Reilly Stewart.</p>
<p>Special thanks to Ian Hedges for organising the event.&nbsp; It was a great day for it!</p>
<p>Pictures to follow on Twitter.</p>
Fri, 03 Jul 2015 10:20:06 +0000dionne.darragh335 at http://www.oreillystewart.comCyclist injured in a road traffic accidenthttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/21/cyclist-injured-road-traffic-accident
<p>I have just successfully recovered compensation for&nbsp;a client who sustained personal injuries in a cycling accident earlier this year.&nbsp; My client was cycling home from work when a vehicle emerged from a side road and collided with him, knocking him off his bike. The driver of the vehicle admitted liability at the scene.&nbsp; My client attended hospital in relation to his injuries as he was suffering from considerable back pain.&nbsp;He also&nbsp;chipped his tooth&nbsp;in the accident.</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/21/cyclist-injured-road-traffic-accident" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Thu, 11 Jun 2015 13:14:54 +0000neil.mcgranaghan331 at http://www.oreillystewart.comAn Outline of Hotel Purchaseshttp://www.oreillystewart.com/access-our-knowledge/commercial-contract/outline-hotel-purchases
<p><a href="http://digital.pentongroup.com/lcn/lcnmay2015/">Hotel developments and purchases have been in the news recently</a> which would indicate a thriving Northern Ireland tourism and leisure industry. But what exactly is involved in such a purchase and what issues should any potential Seller or Buyer be aware of?</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/access-our-knowledge/commercial-contract/outline-hotel-purchases" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Commercial ContractTue, 09 Jun 2015 11:26:37 +0000jstewart330 at http://www.oreillystewart.com"Bolam, Bolitho and Montgomery" by the Honourable Mr Justice Stephens 28/05/2015http://www.oreillystewart.com/access-our-knowledge/medical-negligence/bolam-bolitho-and-montgomery-honourable-mr-justice-stephens-
<p>Both the medical and legal professions have major impacts on the lives of others.&nbsp; We are all highly dependent on the medical profession for advice and treatment.&nbsp; Change in both professions is a constant.&nbsp; As far as the medical profession is concerned medical science has greatly advanced and we as grateful patients have resulting enormous benefits.&nbsp; However the outcome of treatments can be uncertain and potentially dangerous.&nbsp; Patients have to take their own responsibilities for decisions and outcomes but the law in this area is concerned with the dividing line bet</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/access-our-knowledge/medical-negligence/bolam-bolitho-and-montgomery-honourable-mr-justice-stephens-" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Medical negligenceMon, 08 Jun 2015 13:56:32 +0000jstewart329 at http://www.oreillystewart.comHow to purchase a hotel or other licensed premiseshttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/33/how-purchase-hotel-or-other-licensed-premises
<p>The latest LCN Magazine&nbsp;<a href="http://digital.pentongroup.com/lcn/lcnmay2015/">http://digital.pentongroup.com/lcn/lcnmay2015/</a>&nbsp;contains our monthly article - this time we discuss the ways of acquiring a licensed premises.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Contact me if you wish to discuss a similar matter</p>
Fri, 05 Jun 2015 11:46:52 +0000christopher.bullock328 at http://www.oreillystewart.comCycling accidents involving untraced or uninsured drivershttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/21/cycling-accidents-involving-untraced-or-uninsured-drivers
<p style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span lang="EN" style="color: rgb(69, 69, 69); line-height: 150%; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN;">I have just successfully recovered compensation for my client who sustained personal injuries after he was knocked off his bicycle. &nbsp;My client was commuting to work during rush hour along a main road into Belfast City centre when a car moved from the outside lane into the inside lane, knocked my client off his bike and then drove off.</span></p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/21/cycling-accidents-involving-untraced-or-uninsured-drivers" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Mon, 01 Jun 2015 11:16:35 +0000neil.mcgranaghan327 at http://www.oreillystewart.comAsbestos Exposure from Brake Pad Replacementhttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/25/asbestos-exposure-brake-pad-replacement
<p>If you have worked as a mechanic or in any repair centre / garage environment where you have been involved in replacing asbestos brake discs or pads, you may have been exposed to dangerous fibres which could cause asbestosis or related diseases.</p>
<p>Asbestos brake bads were commonly used on heavy vehicles prior to the 1990s and would have been in widespread use throughout Northern Ireland on buses, trucks, lorries and vans. Asbestos brake linings were also used on some types of heavy machinery.</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/25/asbestos-exposure-brake-pad-replacement" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Thu, 14 May 2015 15:20:25 +0000stuart.gilmore326 at http://www.oreillystewart.comBMW Club Ulster Section meeting – 5th May 2015http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/20/bmw-club-ulster-section-meeting-%E2%80%93-5th-may-2015
<p>Special thanks to Stuart Greig for inviting me to attend as guest speaker at their club&rsquo;s monthly meeting.&nbsp; It was lovely to meet with the members and advise generally regarding motorcycle accidents.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Hopefully the discussions were of some benefit.&nbsp; The Rider Record was well received!</p>
<p>Download a copy from our website or access all information via the ORS App.</p>
Wed, 06 May 2015 10:47:24 +0000dionne.darragh325 at http://www.oreillystewart.comPublic Contracts Regulations 2015http://www.oreillystewart.com/access-our-knowledge/public-procurement/public-contracts-regulations-2015
<p>The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 came into force on 26<sup>th</sup> February and implement EU Directive 2014/24 on public procurement. They replace the Public Contract Regulations 2006 and will apply to any contracts advertised after 26<sup>th</sup> February. The new Regulations introduce a number of key changes and should be carefully studied by those operating within the industry.</p>
<p>Included among the key changes are;</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/access-our-knowledge/public-procurement/public-contracts-regulations-2015" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Public ProcurementWed, 18 Mar 2015 11:01:53 +0000jstewart324 at http://www.oreillystewart.comAn Overview of the Licensed Sector in 2014 by Linus Murrayhttp://www.oreillystewart.com/news/overview-licensed-sector-2014-linus-murray
<p>2014 was yet another mixed year for the licensed sector in Northern Ireland. Whilst a number of notable hotel sales and a flourishing Belfast city centre generated much-needed positivity and good news for the industry, this was balanced by the closure of one of the region&rsquo;s best known hotels, the Royal Hotel in Bangor and a continued struggle for the industry, particularly outside of Belfast.</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/news/overview-licensed-sector-2014-linus-murray" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Wed, 18 Mar 2015 10:41:30 +0000jstewart323 at http://www.oreillystewart.comNo Blurred Lines for US Juryhttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/11/no-blurred-lines-for-us-jury
<p>A federal jury found on Tuesday 10th March 2015, that the 2013 hit song &quot;Blurred Lines&quot; infringed on the Marvin Gaye chart-topper &quot;Got to Give It Up&quot;, awarding nearly $7.4 million in compensation to Gaye&#39;s children. &nbsp;Some reports suggest that a prohibitive injunction may be sought against further use and sale of the song. &nbsp;<a href="http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-blurred-lines-copyright-trial-verdict-20150310-story.html">Click here for a link to the LA Times</a>&nbsp;article on the case.&nbsp;</p>
Wed, 11 Mar 2015 09:11:53 +0000jstewart322 at http://www.oreillystewart.comCycling Accidentshttp://www.oreillystewart.com/law-for-you/accidents-compensation/cycling-accidents
<p>O&rsquo;Reilly Stewart Solicitors has an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Team. &nbsp;We successfully recover compensation for cyclists involved in accidents on the road. Your case will be handled by a solicitor in our specialist team, many of whom are cycling enthusiasts themselves.</p>
<p>We can recover compensation not only for injuries that you sustain in the accident but we will also seek to recover the cost of repairs to your bicycle and other cycling equipment, which will enable you to get back on your bike as quickly as possible.</p><div class="field field-type-nodereference field-field-solicitors">
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<p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/law-for-you/accidents-compensation/cycling-accidents" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Thu, 05 Mar 2015 14:35:26 +0000jstewart321 at http://www.oreillystewart.comLicensing Updatehttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/33/licensing-update
<p>As the leading Licensing solicitors in Northern Ireland, O&#39;Reilly Stewart contribute monthly updates on the sector in the LCN magazine. Here is a link to the latest edition&nbsp;<a href="http://digital.pentongroup.com/lcn/feb2015/">http://digital.pentongroup.com/lcn/feb2015/</a></p>
Wed, 04 Mar 2015 08:31:04 +0000christopher.bullock320 at http://www.oreillystewart.comO'Reilly Stewart Solicitors Supports Right to Ridehttp://www.oreillystewart.com/access-our-knowledge/personal-injury/oreilly-stewart-solicitors-supports-right-ride
<p>O&rsquo;Reilly Stewart Solicitors support Right To Ride&rsquo;s commitment to promoting awareness and understanding of road safety to all riders. We feel our involvement will help Right to Ride with its on-going research, as we have investigated and resolved some of the most significant motorcycle accident compensation cases in Northern Ireland.</p>
<p>We have a dedicated service to the needs of motorcyclists.</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/access-our-knowledge/personal-injury/oreilly-stewart-solicitors-supports-right-ride" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Personal InjuryFri, 13 Feb 2015 15:30:23 +0000jstewart319 at http://www.oreillystewart.comRoad Traffic Accidents Abroadhttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/21/road-traffic-accidents-abroad
<p>If you are unfortunate enough to be involved in a road traffic accident whilst on holiday, I would recommend that you take the following steps:<br />
- Obtain full details of the other driver and details of their insurance company.<br />
- Retain details of any witnesses.<br />
- Notify the local Police immediately and request a copy of their report.<br />
- Notify your own insurance company. If you have rented a car during your holiday, notify the rental company.<br />
- Take photographs of the damage caused to both your own vehicle and the other vehicle involved.</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/21/road-traffic-accidents-abroad" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Wed, 11 Feb 2015 11:25:27 +0000neil.mcgranaghan318 at http://www.oreillystewart.comSt Patrick's Charity Night http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/29/st-patricks-charity-night
<p>I am having a quiz night at St James Hall, Whiteabbey on St Patrick&#39;s Night to raise Money for Tiny Life. &nbsp;As you have been following my blog you will know that I&nbsp;need to raise money as part of the Strictly Come Dancing Night. &nbsp;Lots of Solicitors in Northern Ireland will be attending and emptying their pockets with the sole purpose into raising money for premature babies and their families. Come and support the evening. Entrance fee &pound;5.00 and payable on the door- bring your own bottle and knowledge and there will be a prize for the winning team.</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/29/st-patricks-charity-night" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Mon, 09 Feb 2015 16:07:39 +0000imelda.mcmillan317 at http://www.oreillystewart.comTiny Life Strictly Come Dancinghttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/29/tiny-life-strictly-come-dancing
<p>Just agreed to be part of a dancing troupe for the Law Society of Northern Ireland.&nbsp; Many Solicitors are taking part.&nbsp;&nbsp;Hopefully we will raise lots of money for the Charity, &quot;Tiny Life&quot; which is a very worthwhile cause.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.justgiving.com/StrictlyLegal">Please show your support by clicking here </a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;Remember when you make the donation, vote Imelda!</p>
Mon, 09 Feb 2015 15:58:28 +0000imelda.mcmillan316 at http://www.oreillystewart.comRecent award for mentoring with Lord Chief Justice of Northern Ireland, Sir Declan Morganhttp://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/29/recent-award-for-mentoring-lord-chief-justice-northern-ireland-sir-declan-morgan
<p>I recently completed the 1st year mentoring programme run by the Law Society of Northern Ireland jointly with the Bar Council.&nbsp; I also obtained a certificate In Leadership and Management via my attendance at this excellent programme. It will now continue for a 2nd year and is an great programme geared towards career and personal development for females within both Professions.&nbsp; I would recommend that anyone interested should take part as I certainly found it very beneficial.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
Mon, 09 Feb 2015 15:52:10 +0000imelda.mcmillan315 at http://www.oreillystewart.comAdelaide Motorcycle Festival 2015http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/20/adelaide-motorcycle-festival-2015
<p>Another successful turn out this weekend at the Kings Hall, Belfast.&nbsp; &nbsp;It was great to see all of the top motorcycle manufacturers exhibiting their latest range of bikes.</p>
<p>Right to Ride were there too, showing their support for Bikesafe, promoting the Biker NI Safety Card. Motorcyclists are provided with a card, which is placed inside their helmet as a medical alert for attending ambulance crews or emergency responders if the motorcyclist is injured in a road traffic collision.</p><p><a href="http://www.oreillystewart.com/blog/20/adelaide-motorcycle-festival-2015" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Mon, 09 Feb 2015 11:02:58 +0000dionne.darragh314 at http://www.oreillystewart.com